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Netflix’s ‘Alice in Borderland’ is based on the manga series of the same name by Haro Aso. Mainly set in a deserted version of Tokyo, the plot revolves around a group of individuals forced to participate in a series of deadly survival games. These games are of four different types, represented by four suits of cards. Diamonds stand for intelligence, spades for physical, clubs for teamwork, and hearts for psychological. The value of a given card determines how difficult the game will be....

As a three-part docuseries that delves deep into one of the most baffling cases of the late noughties, Netflix’s ‘The Real Bling Ring: Hollywood Heist’ can only be described as perfectly gripping. That’s because it incorporates not just first-hand accounts but also archival footage to really chart every aspect behind the way a group of mere teens burglarized the homes of several celebrities. Amongst this crew was Rachel Lee — the reported mastermind behind the entire sordid operation — so let’s find out more about her, her penalties, as well as her current standing, shall we?...

Peacock’s crime comedy-drama series ‘Irreverent’ tells the story of Paulo Keegan (Colin Donnell), a mob negotiator whose most recent assignment turns into a disaster, with him killing his boss’ son and running away with the boss’ money. To make the matter even worse, the said money gets stolen by Mackenzie Boyd ( P. J. Byrne), a preacher whose wife has recently left him. Knowing that the mob will be coming after him, Paulo becomes “Mack” and travels to the small Queensland town Mackenzie was originally bound for....

Having a great relationship with one’s sibling is a blessing, and their support during the ups and downs of one’s love life cannot be praised enough. Netflix’s ‘Dated & Related‘ takes this idea and presents viewers with a unique dating reality series. Every season, the participants enter a luxurious villa as part of a sibling duo to find a romantic partner and help their brother/sister do the same. With $100,000 as the cash prize for the best couple, the competition is tough and full of love, drama, heartbreak, and everything else that one can ask from a reality show....

Mermaids are not the enchanting creatures they are always made out to be. Freeform’s ‘Siren,’ formerly known as ‘The Deep,’ proceeds to prove that through a gripping tale. The Freeform series follows Ryn Fisher, a mysterious woman, who rains down havoc on a fishing town, trying to find her sister. Since her sister appears to have been captured at the hands of the military, Ryn tries to rescue her. Meanwhile, Ben and Maddie, two marine biologists, struggle to figure out what drove this hunter from the depths of the sea to their town....

‘Dear Christmas’ is a holiday-themed romantic film by Lifetime. It follows Natalie Morgan, who hosts a popular podcast that shares real stories of holiday romance. Although she comes across as an expert on romance, the truth is that she has never experienced it herself. During her promotional tour for the show, an unexpected visit back home proves to be a surprise when she meets Chris, a local firefighter. The Christmas-themed movie is directed by Emily Moss Wilson from a script by the real-life couple, Juliet and Keith Giglio....

Directed by Heather Hawthorn-Doyle, Hallmark’s ‘#Xmas’ is a romantic comedy movie about a young woman named Jen. Though she is well-known for her Christmas-related projects, her social media presence is lacking, to say the least. A brand-design contest might be just what Jen needs, and she decides to enter the competition as a family influencer. With the help of her best friend Max and baby nephew, Jen sends a video about her “happy family....

Written, directed, and starring Radha Blank, ‘The 40-year-old Version’ or ‘The Forty-Year-Old Version’ is a semi-autobiographical film that tells the story of a playwright, whose failure to find success on stage ultimately leads her to the world of rap. While writing the script for the project, Blank heavily drew from her real-life struggle to establish herself in the theatre scene in New York. It was initially meant to be a web series comprising ten episodes....

SPONSORED LINKS A part of the sprawling ‘Dragon Age’ franchise’ developed by BioWare, Netflix’s ‘Dragon Age: Absolution’ is an adult-animated series. The story follows Miriam (Kimberly Brooks), an elven mercenary and erstwhile slave, who teams with her former lover, the human mage Hira, and several others to steal a mysterious artifact Circulum Infinitus. It is currently possessed by Magister Rezaren Ammosine of the Tevinter Imperium, a man closely tied to the horrors of Miriam’s past....

TLC’s ‘90 Day Fiance‘ offers us an authentic insight into the lives of American citizens who are engaged to foreign nationals. The reality series is so popular that it has given way to several interesting spinoffs, including ’90 Day Fiance: The Single Life.’ As the name suggests, the spinoff show revolves around original ’90 Day’ cast members who have either failed to find love or have lost their partners in one way or the other....

‘Arknights: Reimei Zensou’ or ‘Arknights Animation: Prelude to Dawn’ is an action-fantasy anime based on the popular free-to-play tactical RPG game titled ‘Arknights.’ The story is set in the land of Terra where ordinary life is affected by natural Catastrophes to the point that people have started living in mobile cities. Interestingly, most of the modern developments are fueled by Originium, a source of immense energy, which was actually found at the site of the aforementioned disasters....

The disappearance and murder of Jerry Michael Williams was a mystery for almost 18 years. On the morning of December 16 in 2000, he left home with his boat to go duck hunting in Lake Seminole, but he never returned from it. 12 hours later his wife, Denise Williams, filed a missing person’s report and a wide array of first responders searched for up to 5 acres but came up with nothing....

In June 2005, the citizens of Denver, Colorado, were shocked by the discovery of the decomposed remains of a woman named Carolyn Jansen. It took the investigators 9 years before they finally nabbed the perpetrator, even though he was a person of interest ever since the remains were discovered. Investigation Discovery’s ‘On the Case With Paula Zahn: A Daughter’s Quest’ meticulously lays down the details of the case and follows the investigation process in a concise manner....

‘The Last of Us 2‘ had its job cut out for it, after ‘The Last of Us’ delivered a spectacular ending that is still talked about among gamers. The new action-adventure game from Naughty Dog is set five years after the events of the first game. A lot of the plot is driven by Ellie’s desire to get revenge on Abby. We soon realize that Ellie wants to avenge Joel’s death at Abby’s hands....

Netflix’s ‘Mind Your Manners‘ is a unique reality series that delves into the world of etiquette and lifestyle. The show revolves around international etiquette teacher Sara Jane Ho and her clients, who hope to find the best versions of themselves. Apart from learning to enjoy finer things in life, her pupils discover more about themselves and the things holding them back. Each episode focuses on one of Sara’s clients and gives glimpses into her regular etiquette lessons....

As Netflix continues to bring us culturally diverse and inclusive narratives, it adds another gem to its growing list of Jewish content with ‘Unorthodox’. Directed by acclaimed German filmmaker, Maria Schrader, the four-part miniseries offers a glimpse into New York’s insular Hasidic community through the life and struggles of Esther “Esty” Shapiro. It follows Esty’s journey as she abandons her ultra-orthodox Jewish community in an attempt to find her own voice....

While the generally peaceful city of Greeley in Colorado was shocked to witness Heather Garraus’ gruesome murder, Ken Nelson knew that his wife, Shawna Nelson, was to blame. Moreover, he was the one who initially found Shawna on that fateful day before the police caught up with her. NBC News’ ‘Dateline: Internal Affairs’ takes the viewer through Heather’s murder and shows how the investigation led straight to Shawna Nelson. However, if you want to know more about the crime and are interested in figuring out where Ken Nelson is a present, we have you covered....

Netflix’s ‘I Am A Killer: A Father’s Shadow’ follows the brutal murders of Gelareh Bagherzadeh and Coty Beavers in 2012 in Houston, Texas. The Irsan family was convicted of conspiring and carrying out the murders, and all the members were sentenced as per their involvement in the homicides. The episode follows the trial and sentencing of the elder daughter, Nadia Irsan, as a part of constructing the complex chain of events....

Netflix’s ‘Selling the OC,’ a spinoff of ‘Selling Sunset,’ is a reality series that follows the employees of The Oppenheim Group office in Orange County, California. The show provides a deep insight into the real estate industry that thrives within the region. However, the nail-biting drama between the cast members keeps viewers captivated throughout the show, even more than the breathtaking views and luxurious properties. The internal politics between the employees is as dramatic as one can hope, leaving the audience craving more....

Entrepreneurs Millie Blumka and Taylor Borenstein presented their product, Stakt Mat, in ‘Shark Tank‘ season 14 episode 3, hoping for a life-changing investment from the Sharks. The Stakt Mat prides itself on being the all-in-one yoga mat that can help you practice whichever discipline you’re interested in. Hence, with the product solving the problem of having to carry multiple mats, we decided to jump in and find out more about the company!...